1. Spay and Neuter programs for cats and dogs. The population of stray cats and dogs in the Philippines, especially in urban areas like Metro Manila and other cities have grown unchecked for many years. A few cities have dog pounds whose sole task is to regularly round up strays and then euthanize those not claimed (few ever are) after seven days. We are currently working with city governments proposing that they consider more rational and humane alternatives in dealing with stray animals. Together with a group of volunteer veterinarians, we are offering spay and neuter program to help check runaway population growth of strays. In a poor country such as ours, many government agencies are sorely lacking in funds and proper personnel. Hence, one can only imagine how poorly the animals are treated while awaiting disposition in the various pounds. The Makati Dog Pound for example, has to go begging from hotels in the area for food scraps. More often than not, the food has already spoiled by the time it reaches the animals. The pound facilities themselves are in pathetic condition. As many as twenty dogs are crammed into cages built for four animals. Many are afflicted with mange and others manifest symptoms of distemper and rabies. Coupled with the spay and neuter program, our organization leads and coordinates the pound’s adoption activities. 2. Prevention of cruelty to animals. Despite a law enacted in July 1997, cruelty to animals – especially dogs and cats – continues unabated. This is largely due to ignorance and the total lack of political will to enforce the law. As a consequence, dogs are regularly brutally killed and then eaten; while cats are beaten, stoned or shot for the sheer fun of it. In many cases, children have watched horrified as their drunken elders gleefully stab stray dogs to death, then roast the animals over a wood fire. We have documented cases of town and village police who were the perpetrators of these heinous acts. Little wonder then that many of these crimes go unreported. Those who have complained received threats and bureaucratic red tape, but no justice. CARA Philippines recently decided to help put a stop to all this. Although we are a small organization, we were able to organize media exposé’s of such acts. Although no actual indictments have materialized, some village police were terminated, while other guilty parties were put on notice and stern warnings were given by government officials. In Conclusion NO-KILL animal control: promoting spay and neuter of cats and dogs. Educate and raise the awareness of the Filipino people regarding ethical treatment of animals. To improve the plight of homeless, abandoned, and abused animals.